2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental GT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
